Short breaks in Somerset
Somerset is a great county for a quick getaway, with lots of easily accessible cottages for a short break. Somerset is one of the UK’s beautiful gems that makes a wonderful destination for a mid-week escape or long weekend break. From the stunning Cheddar Gorge to the open expanses of green countryside, to the quaint seaside towns and beautiful coastline, Somerset really has everything to offer.
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 32 self-catering cottages in Somerset available for a Short Break
7 nights from £592
Florian
5939Dog friendly converted shipping container with outdoor bath tub near Cheddar.
This bijou beauty is just perfect for romantic getaways or for solo travellers seeking to escape the everyday. A stunning converted shipping container, it boasts idyllic countrysid...
7 nights from £592
7 nights from £362
Orchard Barn
58551 bedroom apartment with countryside views near Weston-super-Mare, Somerset.
Tucked away in an enviable position, looking out over paddocks and apple orchards you will find Orchard Barn, a stylish apartment for two lucky guests. As soon as you arrive at thi...
7 nights from £362
7 nights from £468 *
The Smithy
58322 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Glastonbury, Somerset.
If a stunning conversion bursting with original features situated in a sleepy Somerset village sounds attractive then The Smithy is the place for you. Situated in close proximity t...
7 nights from £468 *
Wheelwrights Cottages
7 nights from £935
7 nights from £272 *
The Coach House
58162 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Wellington, Somerset.
Situated in the beautiful National Landscape of the Blackdown Hills, The Coach House is a spacious, characterful cottage ready to welcome you and your four-legged friend. As yo...
7 nights from £272 *
7 nights from £478 *
Yew Tree Barn
57842 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Glastonbury, Somerset.
Situated in a peaceful corner of Somerset, with uninterrupted countryside views across the Levels, Yew Tree Barn is a high quality barn conversion with a contemporary feel. Perfect...
7 nights from £478 *
7 nights from £1518 *
Merryfields
55724 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Bath.
This spacious detached Victorian house is set on a two acre site in the rural village of Colerne, occupying a spectacular position over Box Valley with views of Salisbury Plain in ...
7 nights from £1518 *
7 nights from £392 *
Pippins
53602 bedroom, dog friendly character cottage near Beaminster, Somerset.
Pippins is a picture postcard country cottage nestled in the charming Somerset village of North Perrott - not far from the Dorset border. This cosy home can cater for all of the fa...
7 nights from £392 *
Our property managers are local experts who handpick perfect places to stay.
Local experts
We scour the coast and country to winkle out bits worth sharing with you, the best properties in lovely locations. While we’re out and about, we gather together the best things to do so that you can start planning your holiday as soon as you’ve booked.
The ‘Explore Nearby’ tab on our cottage pages show what’s nearby along with relevant articles from our holiday guides from Notes and Stories, where you’ll find hand-written experiences of outings across the South and West, from dog-friendly pubs on the Isle of Wight to free things to do in south Devon and everything in between.
7 nights from £350
Green Place
53131 bedroom, dog friendly cottage within walking distance of the cathedral in Wells, Somerset.
Wind your way through the historic streets of Wells to find Green Place nestling in a quiet mews offering a romantic getaway. With a vibrant and bustling high street, the city of W...
7 nights from £350
Wreath Farm
7 nights from £1583
7 nights from £441 *
The Cowshed
47432 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Lyme Regis, Dorset.
Nestled in the sleepy Somerset countryside, The Cowshed is a converted farm building, offering an excellent retreat. From the moment you arrive at this 'off the beaten track' setti...
7 nights from £441 *
From £84 per night
The Crook
5003Shepherds hut with wood-fired hot tub near Ilminster, Somerset.
Perfectly positioned in a peaceful spot, you will find this stunning shepherd's hut that has been masterfully created. The Crook is a true hideaway in glorious surroundings and you...
From £84 per night
From £84 per night
The Whistle
5004Shepherds hut with wood-fired hot tub near Ilminster, Somerset.
If you are looking for a luxurious and unique glamping experience, then look no further than The Whistle. A gorgeously designed shepherd's hut, complete with enchanting outside spa...
From £84 per night
7 nights from £468 *
Minstrels
49302 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Glastonbury, Somerset.
As soon as you step through the front door of this gorgeous cottage, you will fall in love with its character and charm. It is easy to see where the cottage gets its name when you ...
7 nights from £468 *
Need more time? Reserve any cottage for up to 24 hours before booking.
24hr no commitment reservations
You can reserve your holiday dates on your favourite cottage for up to 24 hours. You might need to check with other guests in your party or simply consider whether this cottage is right for your holiday, either way we’re happy to give you the time to step away and mull over your options before paying a penny.
We’ll send you a reminder to see if you want it or not so you won’t lose out. Take time to think it over, you don’t have to rush your decision. Have a cup of tea and when you’re ready, hit the button to book your holiday and start looking forward to it.
From £79 per night
Posy
4861Shepherds hut with wood-fired outdoor bathtub near Ilminster, Somerset.
Nestled in a secluded spot, Posy is a gorgeous shepherd's hut where every last detail has been thought of. The natural, peaceful setting provides the perfect escape to the countrys...
From £79 per night
7 nights from £468 *
The Apple Press
47443 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Lyme Regis, Dorset.
Just ten miles north of Lyme Regis, the 'Pearl of Dorset', situated in gentle Somerset countryside is The Apple Press, a fabulously converted single storey farm building. The o...
7 nights from £468 *
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7 nights from £431 *
Frogwell Cottage
47143 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Dulverton, Somerset.
Under the spectacle of Exmoor National Park International Dark Sky Reserve, picture yourself on holiday with a glass of bubbly in hand, surrounded by nothing but fields and country...
7 nights from £431 *
7 nights from £602
The Green House
45292 bedroom, dog friendly cottage overlooking Nunney Brook near Frome, Somerset.
Enjoy a glass of fizz overlooking the peaceful stream or curl up in the cosy sitting-room in front of the fire, whichever takes your fancy, this gorgeous retreat will deliver! This...
7 nights from £602
7 nights from £674 *
Wreath Farmhouse
44454 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Lyme Regis, Dorset.
Wreath Farm is in a rural setting overlooking open countryside, just 10 miles inland from the beach at Lyme Regis and the stunning Jurassic Coast. The farmstead now has a new li...
7 nights from £674 *
Coombe Cottage
7 nights from £177
From £89 per night
Duck's Puddle Shepherd's Hut
4026Dog friendly shepherds hut with a hot tub near Bridgwater, Somerset.
At the heart of a farmstead in the Quantock Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Duck's Puddle enjoys its own enclosed and private setting, complete with a hot tub and little ...
From £89 per night
7 nights from £440
Oak Tree Barn
32882 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Taunton, Somerset.
Oak Tree Barn is a family-friendly barn conversion set within the beautiful foothills of the Quantock Hills National Landscape. It is perfectly placed in the peaceful setting of th...
7 nights from £440
7 nights from £369
Orchard Barn
32892 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Taunton, Somerset.
Orchard Barn is a welcoming single-storey conversion nestled sweetly in the sleepy village of Thurloxton and just a stone's throw away from the Quantock Hills National Landscape. W...
7 nights from £369
From £89 per night
Lamb's Tale Shepherd's Hut
3246Dog friendly shepherds hut with a hot tub, near Bridgwater in Somerset.
Somerset's Quantock Hills – a nine and a half thousand acre Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty – rise up just behind the farm setting for this beautifully crafted, bespoke Shepherd...
From £89 per night
7 nights from £562 *
Bashford Lodge
32263 bedroom lodge with far reaching countryside views near Taunton, Somerset.
This fabulous Somerset property has panoramic views that will take your breath away. Set on the edge of the Quantock Hills National Landscape, in the very picturesque village of We...
7 nights from £562 *
7 nights from £470 *
Andrew’s House
29323 bedroom cottage in Dulverton, Somerset.
This spacious period house is on the edge of Dulverton, the gateway to Exmoor National Park, seconds from the riverside walk into this lovely little town. Andrew's House is on t...
7 nights from £470 *
We are Gold accredited with the Green Tourism Business Scheme.
Green Tourism Business Scheme
As a company, we look across our business and try to make sustainable changes and decisions. From using recycled paper in our printers to putting in measures for using less energy in our offices, we keep an eye on our impact on the environment.
Beyond our offices, we have passed on the same ethics to our holiday cottage owners by setting up our own Green Scheme that they can join. Each property has to tick off a certain number of actions to be included in the scheme, many of which go above and beyond the GTBS requirements.
7 nights from £538
Kingham Cottage
29282 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Bath, Somerset.
This 'best of all boltholes' is just a couple of miles outside the wonderful city of Bath and yet in a rural setting with panoramic valley views and a deep sense of peacefulness. ...
7 nights from £538
7 nights from £488
Headford Farm Cottage
28091 bedroom rural dog friendly cottage near Taunton, Somerset.
Headford Farm Cottage is on the edge of a rural hamlet, high up in Somerset's Quantock Hills National Landscape. This stunning ancient landscape covers 100 square kilometres of oak...
7 nights from £488
7 nights from £466
Dieppy Farm Cottage
27881 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Dulverton, Somerset.
On the edge of Exmoor's stunning National Park - a designated International Dark Sky Reserve - Dieppy Farm Cottage is in the perfect spot for stargazing; on a cloudless night you w...
7 nights from £466
7 nights from £540
The Pump House
20981 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Beaminster, Dorset.
Seize a unique opportunity and book a stay in this stunning converted pump house on the Somerset/Dorset border, close to the dramatic beaches and clifftop walks of the Jurassic Coa...
7 nights from £540
7 nights from £336 *
Cleveland Cottage
19682 bedroom cottage near the market town of Dulverton, Somerset.
Offering a 20% discount for parties of 2 (unless a special offer is already in place) this very pretty cottage, on the edge of Exmoor National Park, a few miles from the market tow...
7 nights from £336 *
7 nights from £428
Week Cottage
16361 bedroom, rural, dog friendly cottage near Dulverton, Somerset.
Sitting in the heart of Exmoor National Park, Week Cottage dates back to the 1690s and is all picture-book old world charm inside. A spacious boot-room, perfect for muddy boots (an...
7 nights from £428
Readymade beds and fluffy towels; this simple but appreciated welcome is standard with us.
Towels and readymade beds
All of our cottages provide bed linen and towels as standard, with a change of bedding included for holidays of two weeks or more. You’ll also find a fresh change of towels for each week (for in the house only, please bring your own for the beach) and tea towels a-plenty.
The beds will be readymade and waiting for you on arrival so you can simply sink into comfort and relax straight into your holiday.
